named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Miracle League Baseball Program
Adapted baseball league for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities, featuring modified rules, specialized equipment, and volunteer buddies to ensure full participation
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Adaptive baseball program for individuals with disabilitiesOperates a specially designed Miracle Field with a rubberized and cushioned surface to enable safe play, hosting spring and fall baseball seasons for children aged 4–21 and an adult program during the summer. The program includes 15 weekly games per season and serves over 700 children and adults with disabilities annually.
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Adaptive soccer and social eventsOffers adaptive soccer programming during the summer and hosts social events throughout the year, including a drive-by trick-or-treat event and Halloween festival, to promote community engagement for individuals with disabilities.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Annual fundraising golf outingHosts an annual golf outing event at Sunningdale Country Club in Scarsdale, NY, to support programming for individuals with disabilities.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Beep Baseball program for blind and visually impaired youthOffers a 6-week Beep Baseball program for youth aged 10–17 using beeping softballs and bases, with practices and games held on Sundays and Mondays starting April 26, 2026. The program accommodates up to 12 players per session.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Community outreach and visibility eventsParticipates in community parades and public events such as the McLean Avenue St. Patrick's Day Parade to raise visibility and promote inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
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Youth Sports Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Volunteer buddy program with sensitivity trainingAssigns trained volunteers as buddies to support players during games by assisting with batting, base running, and companionship, maintaining consistent pairings when possible. All buddies complete a required sensitivity training program to ensure safe and inclusive experiences.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Volunteer recognition programProvides volunteer recognition through branded apparel and documentation of service hours for school, religious, and community groups to support engagement and retention.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$61K
Contributions & grants$57K93%
Program service revenue$3K5%
Investment income$1530%
Other revenue$435
expenses
Total expenses$26K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$4K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$145K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$143K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RICHARD MONZON | PRESIDENT | 20 | $4K |
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Coach Peter Partner — Lead coach and contact person for the Beep Baseball program for blind and visually impaired youth.
- News 12 CT Partner — Covered and promoted Miracle League baseball games in Westchester
- Office of the County Executive Andy Spano Government — Initiated funding support for the Miracle Field through a county grant.
- Ridge Road Country Park Partner — Hosts the Miracle League of Westchester's games at The Field of Dreams within the park.
- Ridge Road Country Park Partner — Provides field space for the organization's programs at The Field of Dreams.
- The Field of Dreams at Ridge Road Country Park Partner — Hosts the organization's baseball field and facilities for its programs.
- United States Internal Revenue Service Government — Recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
- Westchester County Government — Provided a legacy grant to fund the construction of the Miracle Field.
- Westchester County Board of Legislators Government — Supported funding initiative for the Miracle Field.
- Westchester County Office for People with Disabilities Government — Evan Latainer served as Director for 22 years and is a founding board member of the Miracle League of Westchester, indicating a leadership-level connection between the organization and county disability services.
- Westchester School for Special Children Partner — Ed Dingee has served on the Board of the Westchester School for Special Children for 13 years, indicating an overlapping leadership relationship with the Miracle League of Westchester.
- church and temple groups Partner — Collaborates with religious organizations by offering service hour credit to volunteers from these groups.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Barrier-Free Participation Designmethodology: barrier-free-participationBy removing physical, financial, and equipment-based barriers—through accessible facilities and provision of gear—we enable full participation in sports because inclusion requires not just intent but structural support.
- Inclusive Recreation Through Adaptive Sportsmethodology: inclusive_recreationBy adapting baseball and recreational events to accommodate individuals with disabilities, we foster inclusion, self-esteem, and social development because accessible, structured activities create safe spaces for meaningful participation and personal growth.
- Mutual-Benefit Buddy Modelmethodology: mutual-benefit buddy modelBy pairing volunteers with players in sustained one-on-one relationships, we promote empathy, social skills, and inclusion for both participants because reciprocal engagement fosters personal growth and community connection.